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How much do childhood wounds shape who we become? What does it mean to heal? How can you be a deeply feeling person in this world right now and not lose your mind? We'll get into all of that and more. Thanks for spending some time with me.

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  • Ally Hamilton

    Personal essays and the podcast from Ally Hamilton, author of Open Randomly and Yoga’s Healing Power, and owner of YogisAnonymous.com

  • Lauren Hough

    NYT bestselling author of Leaving Isn’t the Hardest Thing and Monster of a Land, coming June 2026. (Say “huff.” Good job.)

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    Author, poet • Latest release: Book of Grace • Available now at link above.

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  • Dina Honour

    Dina Honour is an American woman writing at the intersection of parenting, feminism, politics and life. Meet her there and she'll tell you a story.

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